Taipei is home to the world's first chain bookstore that is open 24 hours a day. The Eslite Bookstore on Tunhua South Road is a merging point for the currents of art, culture and creativity in the life of Taiwan.

More than just a place for books, it includes outlets for designer goods and provides an exhibition space and coffee bars. Eslite is a portal through which people in Taiwan can pass any time they want to boost their energy and spirit, and through which outsiders can gain a glimpse of Taiwan's vibrant life force.

Established in 1989, the Eslite Bookstore was the first to set up a 24-hour bookstore in Taiwan at its Dunhua store, attracting night-time readers.

Eslite Bookstore is one of the largest bookstore chains in Taiwan. The franchise also provides one of the largest selections of English language publications in Taiwan, along with Page One.

With its round-the-clock opening hours, its Good Read periodical and its presentation of book shows and lecture series, Eslite actively promotes the pursuit of reading.

It provides a lifelong learning environment which encourages people at all levels of society to explore their inner depths and fulfill their potential.

In addition to being a bookstore, Eslite houses a number of outlets selling products that represent Taiwan's indigenous spirit, such as traditional glove puppets, or distinctively glass art by Liuli Gongfang; as well as traditional Chinese embriodery and textile crafts. Whether the products are domestic or imported, all are rich in art and creativity.

Eslite Bookstore is a cultural arena for the people of Taiwan. It has its commercial and literary aspects, is a good source of information on where to eat well and enjoy oneself, and answers the needs of people of all ages.

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